BL5 1BR is a mixed residential area on Salford Road, 0.5km from Hulton Lane Ends in Bolton. Administratively it sits within Hulton ward and the Bolton South East constituency.
For families considering a move, BL5 1BR represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. Outside of residential hours, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: Average house prices are around £222k, down 20.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BL5 1BR are sourced from Output Area E00024480 (shared with 37 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SALFORD ROAD, BL5 1BR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SALFORD ROAD, BL5 1BR.
273
45
£ 33,800 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BL5 1BR spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 20.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BL5 1BR. The average age is 44.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 220,000
5 sales · Mean £ 190,400
school Local Schools
St Andrew's CofE Primary School, Over Hulton
Heathfield Primary School
Essa Academy
Essa Primary School
King's Leadership Academy Bolton
St Bede Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Watergate Toll0.6 km
- Baxterstorey Ltd1.0 km
- Pine Tree Farm0.6 km
- CH + Co Group Limited at MBDA Lostock0.3 km
- Costa Coffee0.6 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Londis (Motor Fuel Group)0.7 km
- The Fuel Fix0.8 km
- Morrisons Daily0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Red Lion0.7 km
- Hulton Arms0.7 km
- Over Hulton Conservative Club Ltd0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Pit Stop0.7 km
- Darley's0.7 km
- The Over Hulton Tandoori0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Atherton2.3 km
- Hag Fold2.7 km
- Lostock3.8 km
Bus Stops
- Bates Houses0.0 km
- Bates Houses0.1 km
- Umberton Farm0.3 km
- Umberton Farm0.3 km
- M61 Nbd (to define route)0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BL51BR · Data under Open Government Licence